2 tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage, casings remove and crumbled 1/2 tsp. dried red pepper flakes 1/2 c. diced onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 (28 oz.) Italian plum tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped 1 1/2 whipping cream 1/2 tsp. salt 12 oz. bow tie pasta 3 tbsp. minced fresh parsley Freshly grated Parmesan cheese Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and pepper flakes. Cook until sausage is no longer pink, stirring frequently. Add onion and garlic to skillet and cook until onion is tender and sausage is light brown. Add tomatoes, cream and salt. Simmer until mixture thickens slightly. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until tender. Serve sauce over pasta, garnish with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese. |